“APPOINTMENTS”

Vinay Tonse Takes Charge as MD & CEO of YES Bank

Vinay Tonse has officially taken charge as the Managing Director and CEO of YES Bank. He has over three decades of experience across the retail, corporate and international banking, He steps in at that time when the bank is aim to accelerate the growth and to strengthen its financial position. His appointment signalling the start of a new strategic phase for the lender.

Blanka Vlasic Appointed Global Ambassador for World 10K Bengaluru 2026

The famous TCS World 10k Bengaluru race will take place on 26 April 2026, and this year it has a special highlight. Well-known athlete Blanka Vlasic has been announced as the International Event Ambassador, bringing global attention and excitement to the event. Blanka Vlasic is a former high jump star from Croatia and is considered one of the best in the sport. She has had a long and successful career. She won a silver medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Krishna Kumar Singh Takes Additional Charge as SAIL CMD

Krishna Kumar Singh has taken additional charge as Chairman and Managing Director of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL). He succeeded Amarendu Prakash, who resigned from the post effective 1 April 2026.

• Founded – 24 January 1973
• Headquarters – New Delhi
• CMD – Krishna Kumar Singh (replace Amarendu Prakash)

Menaka Guruswamy Makes History as India’s First Openly Queer MP

Menaka Guruswamy created history in 2026 by becoming India’s first openly queer Member of Parliament. A distinguished constitutional lawyer, she gained national recognition for her role in the landmark Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India, which led to the decriminalization of homosexuality in India. Her entry into Parliament is a major step toward inclusive representation, giving visibility to the LGBTQ+ community and strengthening advocacy for equal rights and legal protections.

 “NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis unveils “My Village, Healthy Village” Initiative on World Health Day

On the occasion of World Health Day, the Maharashtra government started a new rural healthcare campaign called “Majha Gaon, Arogyasampann Gaon” (My Village, Healthy Village). This scheme, worth Rs.65.25 crore, aims to improve health services in villages and make quality treatment available to people near their homes.

Gurgaon Tops the List of India’s Most Polluted Cities in March 2026

Air pollution continues to be a serious problem in India, and a new report has brought fresh concerns. According to the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), Gurgaon was the most polluted city in the country in March, showing how dangerous air quality levels remains in many regions. The report stated that Gurgaon recorded the highest pollution level in March, with an average PM2.5 level of 116 µg/m³. This level is much higher than the safe limit and can harm people’s health, especially children and the early.